Confusion

Confusion is a status ailment in the Dragon Quest series. Confusion can be inflcted using Fuddle, randomly via Style, and some enemies' special attacks. It can be cured using a Panacea, Angel bell, or it may wear off on its own.

Individual players cannot flee from battle without this being explicitly initiated by the player. The player can still give orders to a confused character; however, the character cannot follow orders properly.
When an enemy is confused it might:

Miss its turn

Attack a fellow monster

Become paralysed

Flee the battle

Confusion among player characters can be very dangerous, especially on characters who can do a lot of damage. When venturing near monsters that can cast confusion, it is advisable to maintain a stock of restorative items, and to use them as soon as is practical to prevent player characters from killing each other.